August 2011

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Just a quick hello from the busy busy days of end of summer retail as I've been working my tail off lately! Not to mention, I've also got more visitors in town from Boston :) They're pretty wild and funny guys, so I'll be sure to post some photos of our happenings about the city. And you know I'll be instagraming left and right. I love this app because it's so much fun to play with and it's an easy way to keep in contact with your buddies. Here are a few of my recent favies.

Also, hey Jenna! Have you seen this? These babies are calling your name!

Neiman Marcus teamed up with our favorite-for-basics sneakers Keds, to create this far from basic shoe. Fur, leopard and a slip on? All they need are a few studs and a serious record collection to be how I would describe Jenna in a shoe ;) They're available now (dropped August 10th) exclusively at Neiman Marcus stores. What do you think, is this jump in direction a hit or a miss for Keds?

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

I came across this video from Etsy recently which features a man who is living and breathing a (sadly, but true) dying American dream. Adam Cramer of Liberty Vintage in Philadelphia speaks some tough words to wrap around, since they're all so true. His passion for rebuilding vintage motorcycles is inspiring. Given our new lifestyle out here in Portland, we feel more fortunate really, than displaced. With Pete working on the rail road and using most of his free time to get the Honda up and running and my ability to use more of my time reconstructing vintage clothing and small craftsman projects, we've grown more and more interested in getting back to our roots.

Tuesday, August 09, 2011

Coming to Banana Republic stores mid-month, is a line madly classic an chic! Following her own QVC line, Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant teamed up with Banana Republic for this capsule collection, which apparently was supposed to be launching along side the much anticipated return of the AMC series. I'm sure you all know, that this has sadly been pushed back to next year. Wah! Anyway, this 65 piece line for guys and dolls, has managed to embody a classic look, without feeling too costumy. I seriously love a dapper man in simple white button ups, who looks like he isn't trying too hard, but deep down you know he's working his look. And the ladies get their taste of full skirts, wiggle dresses and the most handsome trousers. I'm in love with this line in so many ways and can't wait for it's arrival!

See what I mean? Hot damn, these are some seriously stunning pieces. And to follow up with the 50's styling to perfection, check out this out. Orla Kiely teamed up with Dolce Films for this fun short for their AW11 line. Once again, a line embodying a capsule from another time, without pulling out the shag carpet. I'm seeing a lot of mod pieces coming this fall, but I think this is my favorite line for so many reasons.

Thursday, August 04, 2011

The original creators of a youth market. I love stalking vintage images of Teddy Boys. You can't deny appeal of a badass who knows how to wear a handsome button up shirt. I'm also in love with this Best Coast video directed by Drew Barrymore. Ugh, my heart's a burnin!

Tuesday, August 02, 2011

Field Notes recently launched their newest FIELD NOTES COLORS limited edition "American Tradesman Kit" The launch was announced to their email list in mid July and have recently been available for purchase!

I find this set really quite handsome. The color combination of "Indigo Blue" "Concord Red" and "Jefferson Nickel" creates a simply and handsome Americana color theme for anyone, really. Here are the details:

I'm thinking about getting this set for Pete as a little sweet treat surprise ;) He uses his notes daily on the rail, so I think this would be a perfect match for him. Whether you're building a garden or a mini ramp, jotting daily notes or drawings, writing your first novel, whatever it may be, get it all down on this guy! The kit costs around just $12 and can not only be found on Field Notes but, it's been featured on Need Supply Co, Domestica and a few others.